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Home Recipe Round-Up Cheesy Keto Recipes

Cheesy Keto Recipes

Published:03/19/19Updated:10/25/19
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Do you LOVE cheese as much as I do? If that is a definite yes, then you should take a look at these keto recipes which are all LOADED with cheese!

Cheese in keto recipes

Even for those who aren’t keto, cheese is a staple in all types of cooking (besides those who are lactose intolerant or have a milk allergy…sorry)! Whether it is Italian food, Mexican food, snack food, breakfast foods, or – of course – American food, you can never go wrong with something cheesy!

Just like many other cuisines, keto recipes also tend to be made with cheese! Cheese is a great low-carb ingredient that can be used to make a variety of things! It can be used as a base for breads, added to casseroles, used to make a low-carb cheesecake, added to vegetables, and much more! The possibilities are endless because cheese is such a versatile food that tastes soooo delicious!

Here are AMAZING recipes that are all super cheesy and completely keto friendly! Enjoy!

Instant Pot Broccoli Cheese Soup

Recipe and photo courtesy of Real Balanced

two bowls of instant pot brococli cheese soup atop a marble kitchen counter

This soup is a crowd pleaser and goes great with a piece of low-carb bread!

Find the recipe here.

Low Carb Philly Cheesesteak Casserole

Recipe and photo courtesy of Real Balanced

Low Carb Philly Cheesesteak Casserole on a baking dish with a serving scooped up using a spatula

Are you searching for the best low carb Philly cheesesteak casserole recipe? If you are following a low carb diet and love Philly cheesesteaks, check out my keto Philly cheesesteak casserole recipe!

Find the recipe here.

Keto Bacon Cheeseburger Salad

Recipe and photo courtesy of Real Balanced

featured image for Keto Bacon Cheeseburger Salad recipe

Straightforward ingredients with minimal preparation required, this keto bacon cheeseburger salad recipe is sure to become an instant household favorite! 

Find the recipe here.

Keto Loaded Cauliflower Salad

Recipe and photo courtesy of Real Balanced

Keto Loaded Cauliflower Salad

We bring you: Keto Loaded Cauliflower Salad! This salad is not only delicious but super simple to put together.

Find the recipe here.

Jalapeno Popper Chicken Casserole

Recipe and photo courtesy of Real Balanced

Jalapeño Popper Chicken Casserole in a baking dish scooped with spoon

When you are sick of your same old boring dinner recipes, this cheesy casserole will not disappoint!

Find the recipe here.

Keto Cheesy Breadsticks

Recipe and photo courtesy of Real Balanced

hero shot of a basket of keto cheesy breadsticks

Eating keto just got easier and CHEESIER! If you’re looking for nut-free keto bread recipes, these Keto Cheese Breadsticks are sure to hit the spot!

Find the recipe here.

Jalapeño Spinach Artichoke Dip

Recipe and photo courtesy of Real Balanced

hero shot jalapeño spinach artichoke dip baked in a small square baking dish

This keto jalapeno spinach artichoke dip is the perfect keto appetizer dip for your next holiday party or keto super bowl party!

Find the recipe here.

Keto Meatza

Recipe and photo courtesy of Real Balanced

close up shot of keto meatza garnished with more parmesan cheese and fresh oregano beside a bowl of tomato sauce

Calling all pizza lovers! It’s time to change the classic pizza game and create a keto-friendly version that’s packed with that familiar cheesy and saucy goodness!

Find the recipe here.

Smokey “Mac” and Cheese Bites

Recipe and photo courtesy of Joy Filled Eats

mini mac and cheese bites on a black plate

This recipe takes a cheesy childhood favorite and makes it keto friendly and adult approved!

Find the recipe here.

Sausage, Peppers, and Mushrooms Low-Carb Cheesy Bake

Recipe and photo courtesy of Kalyn’s Kitchen

sausage peppers and mushrooms cheesy bake in a glass dish

When you need a quick and easy dinner recipe, this cheesy bake will impress the whole family!

Find the recipe here.

Keto Instant Pot or Slow Cooker Chili Queso Dip

Recipe and photo courtesy of Beauty and the Foodie

mini bell pepper being dipper into chili queso dip

This dip is great for dipping almost ANYTHING in! Peppers, chicken, meatballs, chips, crackers, you name it!

Find the recipe here.

Cauliflower Mac and Cheese Bake

Recipe and photo courtesy of Explorer Momma

piece of cauliflower mac and cheese bake on a white vintage plate

You won’t even miss the noodles because this dish is soooo cheesy!

Find the recipe here.

Keto Pimento Cheese

Recipe and photo courtesy of Have Butter Will Travel

bowl of pimento cheese surrounded by low-carb crackers

This yummy dip only takes 5 ingredients and is super easy to make!

Find the recipe here.

Kentucky Hot Brown Casserole

Recipe and photo courtesy of This Mom’s Menu

slice of kentucky hot brown casserole with cream oozing out the side

Just LOOK at that cheese and cream oozing from this casserole!!

Find the recipe here.

Keto Tacos with Cheese Shells

Recipe and photo courtesy of A Sparkle of Genius

keto cheese shell tacos filled with beef, lettuce, and tomatoes

I am definitely making these for Taco Tuesday this week and you should too!

Find the recipe here.

Keto Cream Sauce

Recipe and photo courtesy of The Keto Option

gray bowl of keto cream sauce

This sauce can be used on almost anything such as zoodles, meatballs, riced cauliflower, and more!

Find the recipe here.

Low Carb Bagels

Recipe and photo courtesy of Low Carb Yum

three low gluten free low carb bagels on a small green plate

These bagels, which are made with cream cheese and mozzarella cheese, make a great sandwich or breakfast and are even great for those who eat gluten-free!

Find the recipe here.

Stuffed Chicken Parmesan Keto Meatloaf

Recipe and photo courtesy of Peace Love and Low Carb

stuffed chicken parmesan meatloaf partially sliced and topped with cheese

This will for sure become your new favorite dinner recipe!

Find the recipe here.

Keto Cheese and Bacon Bread

Recipe and photo courtesy of Aussie Keto Queen

loaf of cheese and bacon bread aside a bowl of avocado mash

This bread can be eaten for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or for a snack!

Find the recipe here.

Stuffed Sausage

Recipe and photo courtesy of Joy Filled Eats

stuffed sausages served on a dinner plate with broccoli

This recipe takes your classic sausage to a whole new level!

Find the recipe here.

Keto Ham and Cheese Bake

Recipe and photo courtesy of Ruled Me

dish of ham and cheese bake

This keto bake is the perfect way to use up your leftover christmas ham!

Find the recipe here.

Bacon Wrapped Cheese Sticks

Recipe and photo courtesy of Kasey Trenum

bacon wrapped cheese sticks stacked on a white plate

You know you are on the best diet ever when you can eat bacon wrapped cheese and not feel guilty about it!

Find the recipe here.

Cheddar and Everything Seasoning Fat Bombs

Recipe and photo courtesy of Linneyville

5 everything cheddar fat bombs on a white plate

Sometimes, you just need a savory fat bomb! These ones are flavorful and cheesy!

Find the recipe here.

Keto Creamed Spinach

Recipe and photo courtesy of Beyer Beware

bowl of keto creamed spinach with fork

This keto creamed spinach tastes even better than the classic because it it soooo cheesy!

Find the recipe here.

Zucchini Noodles Mac & Cheese

Recipe and photo courtesy of Kirbie’s Cravings

zucchini noodle mac and cheese with fork twirling noodles

This mac and cheese is creamy and cheesy, but won’t make you feel as stuffed after eating it!

Find the recipe here.

Philly Cheese Steak Casserole

Recipe and photo courtesy of That Low Carb Life

casserole dish with keto philly cheese steak casserole

You won’t even miss out in the bun because this casserole is so cheesy and delicious!

Find the recipe here.

Easy Keto Everything Bagels Recipe

Recipe and photo courtesy of Sweet C’s Designs

one keto low carb everything bagel with a smear of cream cheese

You would never guess that these bagels were made almost completely out of cheese!

Find the recipe here.

Spaghetti Squash Mac and Cheese

Recipe and photo courtesy of Joy Food Sunshine

fork twirling noodles from spaghetti squash mac and cheese

I am always looking for a new spaghetti squash recipe! For sure adding this one to the list!

Find the recipe here.

Low-Carb Garlic Cheddar Cheese Crisps

Recipe and photo courtesy of 730 Sage Street

low carb garlic cheddar cheese crisps stacked high

These chips will satisfy all of your cravings for crispy, cheesy, and salty snacks!

Find the recipe here.

Easy Keto Cheesy Pizza Chicken

Recipe and photo courtesy of Edu Foxy

keto cheesy pizza chicken on a white dinner plate

This recipe is just like pizza, but uses chicken as a replacement for crust!

Find the recipe here.

Easy Keto Lasagna Bake

Recipe and photo courtesy of Hey Keto Mama

keto lasagna bake with cheese shown stringing from the dish

I think I could probably eat the whole skillet of this IRRESISTIBLE casserole!

Find the recipe here.

Cheesy Zucchini Casserole

Recipe and photo courtesy of All Day I Dream About Food

one serving of cheesy zucchini casserole with dish in the background

This casserole goes great alongside just about any dinner!

Find the recipe here.

Instant Pot Low Carb Cheesy Cauliflower Soup

Recipe and photo courtesy of This Old Gal

two bowls of low carb cheesy cauliflower soup with spoons and toppings surrounding

All you need is an Instant Pot, an immersion blender, and 15 minutes to make this tasty soup!

Find the recipe here.

Easy Cheesy Cauliflower Bake

Recipe and photo courtesy of Twins in Tow

close up of cheese stringing from cauliflower casserole

This is the cheesiest cauliflower you will ever eat! YUM!

Find the recipe here.

Keto Sausage Dip

Recipe and photo courtesy of All Day I Dream About Food

cast iron skillet with cheesy sausage dip

Make this for your next party for an appetizer that the guests will LOVE!

Find the recipe here.

Cheesy Garlic Roasted Asparagus

Recipe and photo courtesy of Cafe Delites

cheesy garlic roasted asparagus lined up on a baking sheet

The only veggie side dish better than this is…oh wait, there is no veggie side dish better than this!

Find the recipe here.

Cheesy Keto Breadsticks

Recipe and photo courtesy of Kasey Trenum

close up of cheesy breadsticks

No more worrying about missing out on bread! These keto breadsticks will keep you satisfied!

Find the recipe here.

Low Carb Gluten Free Mozzarella Sticks

Recipe and photo courtesy of Low Carb Yum

multiple mozzarella sticks on a square plate with marinara

The best part about these keto mozzarella sticks is that you can freeze them and bake or fry them later!

Find the recipe here.

One Pan Cheesy Cauliflower Rice with Broccoli and Chicken

Recipe and photo courtesy of Living Chirpy

pan of cheesy broccoli cauliflower rice with scoop taken out

I could eat this everyday for dinner if I could! It is soooo cheesy, delicious, and easy to make!

Find the recipe here.

Coconut Flour Mini Cheese Loaves

Recipe and photo courtesy of Ditch the Carbs

5 mini cheese loaves on a wooden surface

This bread has just 1.3g net carbs per mini loaf and goes great with some melted butter!

Find the recipe here.

Keto Chicken Quesadilla

Recipe and photo courtesy of Officially Gluten Free

keto chicken quesadilla sliced and served with sour cream and salsa

Cheese for a tortilla? This is genius!

Find the recipe here.

Low Carb Pepper Jack Cauliflower

Recipe and photo courtesy of All Day I Dream About Food

bowl of pepper jack cauliflower with shredded cheese being sprinkled on top

This cauliflower is the perfect combination of cheesy, smoky, and spicy!

Find the recipe here.

Easy Cheesy Cauliflower Rice

Recipe and photo courtesy of Eating on a Dime

Cheesy Cauliflower rice on a teal plate

You can whip up this cheesy side dish in no time! And it only takes a few ingredients to make!

Find the recipe here.

Low-Carb Cheez-Its

Recipe and photo courtesy of Real Balanced

Low-Carb-Cheez-Its

You and your kids will love these low-carb cheez-its, which taste just like the real thing!

Find the recipe here.

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  1. KalynsKitchen says

    March 19, 2019 at 8:17 am

    I love all the cheesy goodness here! Thanks for including a couple of my recipes.

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